Lover Mine by J.R. Ward (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 8)

Because of the filler, unresolved issues, and unrealistic scenarios, this reviewer found Lover Mine to be a laborious read and was happy to be finished with it.
-Examiner

Synopsis

Darius, a fallen Brother, has returned to the fold with a new identity and a very different destiny. Now, John Matthew, plunged into the heart of war, must face off against evil incarnate-and rescue his one true love.

J. R. Ward lives in the South with her incredibly supportive husband and her beloved golden retriever. After graduating from law school, she began working in health care in Boston and spent many years as chief of staff for one of the premier academic medical centers in the nation.